:summary[**Summary**: This post teaches you how to undo or redo on Mac. Specific guides for how to undo or redo actions in Notes, Word, Pages, Preview, Numbers, Keynote, etc. are also included.]

How to undo on Mac to fix mistakes? The easiest and quickest way to undo the last action on your Mac is to press the Command + Z shortcut. Check the detailed explanations below and find various ways to undo or redo actions on Mac.

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:alsoread[[How to Forget a WiFi Network on Mac (Ventura) – 4 Steps](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/forget-a-network-on-mac)]

## How to Undo on Mac – 3 Ways

To undo an action on a Mac, you can use the keyboard shortcut, Edit menu, or some other ways. Check the methods below.

### 1. Use Mac Undo Shortcut

The most common way to undo an operation on Mac is to use **Command + Z** keyboard shortcut. You can press the Command and Z keys simultaneously to easily undo the last action. You can repeat this keyboard shortcut if you need to undo several actions. This undo shortcut works in many applications including word processors, text editors, image editors, and more.

### 2. Use the Edit Menu

To undo the recent actions on your Mac, you can also click the **Edit** tab in the menu bar and select **Undo**.

![how to undo on Mac with Edit menu](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/undo_redo_on_mac_b8a064e1c1.png?width=500)

### 3. Use Right-Click

In some applications, you may right-click to bring up the contextual menu and find an “Undo” action. You can select the Undo option to revert the previous action.

## How to Redo on Mac – 2 Ways

Way 1. If you want to repeat some actions on Mac, you can press **Shift + Command + Z** keyboard shortcut.

Way 2. Alternatively, you can click the **Edit** menu in the menu bar and select **Redo** to redo the last action on your Mac.

The Undo or Redo shortcut may vary depending on the application you are using. Below are the specific instructions for how to undo or redo changes on Mac in various applications like Notes, Word, Preview, Photos, Numbers, Pages, Keynote, etc.

## How to Undo in Notes on Mac

To revoke or repeat actions in Notes, you can press Command + Z or Shift + Command + Z. You can also click the Edit menu and select Undo or Redo.

If you’ve saved and closed the file, you can open the file in Notes and click the “i” icon at the top-right corner. Then click **View Backups** and choose a version of the file and click **Restore Version** to restore the file to a previous version.

## How to Undo or Redo on Mac in Word

To undo in Microsoft Word on Mac, you can use Command + Z. To redo an action in Word on Mac, you can press Command + Y.

Alternatively, you can click the Undo or Redo button in the Ribbon Toolbar to undo or redo the most recent action.

## How to Undo on Mac in Preview

If you are currently editing an image in Preview but are not satisfied with the changes, you can press the Command + Z shortcut or click Edit > Undo to revoke the last action. To redo the operations, press Shift + Command + Z.

However, if you saved and closed the file after editing an image with Preview, but want to get back the original image, the Undo shortcut or the Undo option in the Menu bar doesn’t work.

To revert the image to a previous version on your Mac, you can open the image in Preview, click the File tab and select **Revert To > Browse All Versions**. Then you can view all previous versions and select a preferred version to revert the image to.

![revert image to previous version in Preview](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/revert_image_to_previous_version_preview_5079c53585.png?width=400)

## How to Undo in Photos App on Mac

The common methods to undo or redo actions on Mac introduced above work in the Mac Photos app. You can either use the Undo/Redo shortcut or use the Edit menu method.

You can click Done when editing a file in Photos, and then click Edit > Undo Edit to undo all of your recent edits.

## How to Undo Changes in Pages on Mac

Use Command + Z or Edit > Undo to undo changes in Pages.

## How to Undo Changes in Keynote on Mac

Use the Undo shortcut or the Edit menu to undo the previous actions in Keynote.

## How to Undo on Mac in Numbers

Use Command + Z or Edit > Undo to undo changes in the Numbers app.

## How to Undo File Deletion on Mac

If you just delete a file on your Mac, you can press Command + Z to undo the file deletion and restore the file.

You can also go to Trash to find and restore the deleted file on Mac. If you emptied the Trash, then you may use some professional data recovery tools to recover the deleted file.

## Use a Top Mac Cleaner to Speed Up Mac

[BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) is an easy-to-use Mac cleanup program. You can use it to scan and remove junk data, uninstall apps, find and delete large or duplicate files, manage Mac startup items, free up RAM, [analyze disk space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-disk-space-analyzer-mac), and more.

Download and use BuhoCleaner to clean your Mac space and speed up your Mac now.

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:p[Verdict]{.h2}

This post introduces how to undo or redo on Mac. You can use the Mac undo/redo shortcut or use the Edit menu to easily undo or repeat actions in various applications.


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How to undo or redo on Mac? The undo/redo shortcut on Mac is Command + Z, Shift + Command + Z. You can also click Edit menu and select the Undo or Redo option.

:summary[In this post, we offer you 2 effective ways to uninstall Chrome on Mac completely-via Finder, BuhoCleaner, and Terminal. Just have a try!]

Google Chrome is a very popular and handy secure browser today. It provides a lot of valuable information for users. 

However, for some reason, you may want to uninstall Google Chrome on your Mac. For example, you are short of space on your Mac, you want to erase your personal information, or you want to try another browser.

So how to uninstall Chrome on Mac completely? In this article, we offer you two detailed solutions. One is to delete it directly from your Mac system via Finder, and the other is to remove Google Chrome with an effective third-party software - BuhoCleaner. Also, one extra way is briefly introduced. Read on to find out how to do it!

:toc{allow='1,2'}

### How to Delete Browsing Data in Google Chrome

Before you uninstall Chrome on your Mac, you need to be aware that if you are signed into your Google account and have sync turned on, then your bookmarks and browsing data will remain in your account. So if you want to erase this data, you need to clean up your browsing data, bookmarks, etc.

And here is how:

1. Open **Google Chrome** and click **three dots** on the right of the top menu.
2. Click **More Tools**＞**Clear Browing Data**.
3. Click **Clear Data**.

![Clear Browser Data](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_browsing_data_29ab1dd44f.png?width=500)

(Shortcut: **Command+Shift+Backspace**)

:note[While if you want to uninstall Google Chrome but keep bookmarks, history, etc, you can back up or save them to your Google account before you remove it. And once you reinstall Google Chrome, you’ll get your data back.]{notetype=Note}

Now that you have already cleared your browsing data, you can start to uninstall Google Chrome. The quickest and easiest way - via BuhoCleaner will be introduced first. Then comes the step-by-step tutorial of using Finder to manually uninstall Chrome on Mac. At last, Terminal will be mentioned.

## How to Completely Uninstall Chrome on Mac via BuhoCleaner

**Recommend:** ★★★★☆

Here we handpicked third-party software that will automatically and completely uninstall Chrome from your Mac - [**BuhoCleaner**](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner). It is a user-friendly and powerful app Cleaner. 

It not only lists Chrome's caches, bundles, supporting files, and preferences in the interface, but also provides you with the size of these files. 

If you want to uninstall Chrome to [free up space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac), BuhoCleaner is a good choice to check and uninstall space-consuming files. And if you want to remove all Chrome files, it helps you make it in one click. 

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**Want to try this Chrome Cleaner? Follow the detailed steps below:**

1. Free download, install and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click **App Uninstall** on the left menu.
3. Find **Google Chrome** and select it. (Or just select the files you want to remove.) 
4. Click **Remove** and wait for the Chrome cleaner to uninstall Chrome and related files.

![Quickly Uninstall Chrome Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_uninstall_chrome_mac_buhocleaner_a50c2507bd.png)

Besides Chrome Uninstall, BuhoCleaner also designed effective cleaning tools for you to clean up your Mac. So just do a thorough cleaning for you your Mac. Disk space analyzer, duplicate files cleaner, large files cleaner, etc are all available in BuhoCleaner. 

![Clean Up Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clean_up_mac_buhocleaner_1_03646edbfd.png)


## How to Manually Uninstall Chrome on Mac via Finder

**Recommend:** ★★★★

In the above, we introduce how to uninstall Chrome on Mac via BuhoCleaner. But if you want to try the common manual way, the detailed tutorial of using Finder to uninstall Chrome is here for you. It is worth noting that using Finder to uninstall Google Chrome can also be effective. But it may fail you from thorough uninstall.

**If you are running Google Chrome, before removing it, you have to quit it. And here is how:**

1. Right-click the **Google Chrome** icon on the **Dock**. 
2. Click **Quit**.

**And here is how to uninstall Chrome from Mac via Finder:**

1. Open **Finder** and click **Applications** on the left menu.
2. Find **Google Chrome**, right-click it, and click **Move to Trash** in the drop-up menu.
   
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3. Click the **Go** menu in Finder, Select **Go to Folders**, enter **~/Library/Application Support/Google/Chrome** and then click **Go**.

![Remove Chrome Related Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_chrome_related_files_mac_72136c8a6e.png?width=500)

4. Move all the files you don't want to the **Trash** and click **Empty to Trash**.

:note[This may not completely remove all Chrome-related files. If you want to delete more detailed files, enter **Library/Application Support/Google/Chrome** and check the files you want to move to the Trash. But be careful of this way!]{notetype=Note}

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

In this post, we provide you with 2 effective ways to completely uninstall Chrome on Mac. Both of them can help you make it. Just pick one and have a try according to your needs. Or you can try both of them and make a comparison!

In addition to these two ways, you can also use Terminal to uninstall Chrome on Mac. However, this method may not be suitable for beginners, and it is easy to delete data by mistake. But if you are interested, you can still have a try.

An effective Chrome cleaner can save your time and effort the most! Cleaning up your Mac regularly and keeping it as a new one with BuhoCleaner!

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Uninstall Chrome on Mac Completely 

Looking for a way to completely uninstall Chrome on Mac? Whether it is for more free space or privacy erasing, you will find at least one effective solution in this post.

How to Completely Uninstall Chrome on Mac [2 Ways]

:summary[**Summary**: In this post, you will learn how to format to FAT32 for USB, SD card, or external hard drive on Mac or Windows 10/11.]

If you want to format a USB, SD card, or hard drive to FAT32 format on a Mac or Windows 10/11 computer, you can check the detailed guide below.

:toc

:alsoread[[Best Format for Mac External Hard Drive](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-format-for-mac-external-hard-drive)]

## How to Format to FAT32 for USB, SD, HDD on Mac

To format a USB flash drive, SD or memory card, or external hard drive to FAT32 on Mac, you can use [Disk Utility](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/disk-utility-mac) or third-party disk managers.

:note[Formatting a drive will erase all data on the drive, so ensure you have a backup of any important files before proceeding.]{notetype=note}

### Way 1. Format (USB) to FAT32 with Disk Utility

Mac comes with a built-in free disk manager named Disk Utility. You can use this tool to easily format a USB/SD/HDD to FAT32. Check the step-by-step guide below.

1. Connect the USB, SD card, or external hard drive to your Mac computer.
2. Click the Spotlight icon to search for Disk Utility to open it. You can also go to Finder > Applications to find it.
3. In Disk Utility, select the target drive that you want to format from the left panel.
4. Click the **Erase** button in the toolbar.
5. In the pop-up window, you can click the drop-down icon next to **Format** to select **MS-DOS (FAT)**. You can also change the name of the drive and choose a scheme.
6. Click the **Erase** button to start formatting the USB, SD, or HDD to FAT32 on Mac.

![format USB to FAT32 on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/format_to_fat32_mac_c261a485a3.png)

### Way 2. Format to FAT32 with Third-party Tools

There are some third-party FAT32 formatter tools that let you easily convert a drive to FAT32 format on Mac, you can try Disk Drill for Mac, GParted, Partition Magic Mac, etc.

## How to Format (USB) to FAT32 on Windows 10/11

To format a USB, SD card, or external hard drive to FAT32 on Windows 10/11, you can use File Explorer, Disk Management, Command Prompt, or third-party disk partition managers.

### Way 1. Format Drive to FAT32 with File Explorer

1. Connect the USB flash drive, SD card, or external hard drive to your Windows 10/11 computer.
2. Click **This PC** to open Windows File Explorer.
3. Right-click the target USD/SD/HDD and select **Format**.
4. In the “Format” window, you can select **FAT32** under **File system**.
5. Tick the “Quick Format” option and click Start to run the format process.

### Way 2. Format USB to FAT32 with Disk Management

Windows also comes with a built-in free disk management tool. Check how to format USB to FAT32 with the Disk Management app below.

1. Connect the external drive to your Window computer.
2. Press **Windows + R**,  type **diskmgmt.msc**, and press Enter to open Disk Management.
3. Right-click the target drive and select **Format**.
4. In the pop-up window, select **FAT32** as the partition format.
5. Click OK to begin the formatting process.

### Way 3. Format USB/SD Card to FAT32 with CMD

1. Press **Windows + R**, type **cmd**, and press **Ctrl + Shift + Enter** to run Command Prompt as administrator.
2. Open File Explorer to check the drive letter of the drive you want to format.
3. Back to Command Prompt, type `format drive letter: /fs:FAT32`. Replace “drive letter” in this command with the exact drive letter of the drive, for instance, `format E: /fs:FAT32`. Press **Enter** to execute the command to format the USB to FAT32 on Windows 10/11.

:note[Using command lines or Terminal commands to run tasks on a computer cannot be undone, so make sure to type the correct commands before you press the Enter key.]{notetype=note}

### Way 4. Use Third-party FAT32 Formatters

You can also try some professional third-party disk formatters like EaseUS Partition Master to easily change the drive to FAT32 format.

## Fix Can’t Format (USB) Drive to FAT32 – 5 Tips

Tip 1. On Windows, the supported maximum drive size of FAT32 format is 32GB. On Mac systems, FAT32 supports up to 16TB. If you can’t format a USB drive larger than 32GB to FAT32 on Windows 10/11, you can try the CMD method. The guide is included above.

Tip 2. The hard drive may be corrupted. You can use Disk Utility on Mac or use CHKDSK on Windows to [repair the corrupted drive](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/repair-disk-on-mac-pc).

Tip 3. Make sure no files on the drive are currently being used on your computer. You can close all files and restart your computer to try to format to FAT32 again.

Tip 4. Unplug and plug the USB/SD/HDD into your computer again. Make sure the drive is well connected to your computer.

Tip 5. Considering to format the drive to exFAT which supports larger partition size and larger file size than FAT32.

Related: [How to Convert NTFS to exFAT on Mac or Windows 10/11 PC](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/convert-ntfs-to-exfat-mac-pc)

## Free Up Disk Space on Mac with BuhoCleaner

To clean disk space on your Mac computer, you can try [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) – a professional Mac cleaner tool.

* Clean your Mac by scanning and removing junk files, system cache, etc. with one click.
* Completely uninstall unwanted apps on Mac.
* Find and delete unneeded large files and duplicate files on your Mac.
* Manage macOS startup items to improve the boot speed.
* More useful Mac cleanup tools.

Download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac computer and use it to speed up your Mac now.

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:p[Bottom Line]{.h2}

This post introduces how to format to FAT32 for a USB flash drive, SD or memory card, or external hard drive. Ways and guides for both Mac and Windows systems are provided.


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How to Format to FAT32 on Mac/PC (USB, SD Card, Hard Drive)

How to format to FAT32 on Mac or Windows 10/11? Check the step-by-step guide to easily format a USB, SD card, or hard drive to FAT32 format.

:summary[**Summary**: 5 tools that might help you fix Activation Lock issues - iRemove Tools, UnlockGo, Wondershare Dr.Fone, iMyFone iBypasser, EaseUs MobiUnlock. Choose one for your preferences!]

Apple always focuses on offering users a better experience and protecting their privacy. The [Activation Lock](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/activation-lock-on-iphone-ipad) feature is one of its great works.

However, the Activation Lock may be inconvenient for users who bought a second-hand iPhone/iPad or forgot their Apple ID.

So, here comes more and more tools to fix Activation Lock issues. Here we pick the top 5 easy-to-use tools for you. Just try the one you think is best. Keep reading!

:toc{allow='1,2,3'}

:alsoread[[3 Ways To Factory Reset iPhone Without Apple ID Password](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/factory-reset-iphone-without-apple-id-password)]

## 5 Tools That Might Help You Fix Activation Lock Issues

:note[ Any misuse of iCloud bypass tools and Apple ID illegal removal is strictly forbidden.]{notetype=Note}
  
iCloud bypass tools are used to remove the Activation Lock without password. Since there are so many iCloud bypass tools, it's hard to decide which one to try. But don't worry. After comparison, we already handpicked the 5 best iCloud bypass tools for you. There must be one that meets your needs. 

It's worth noting when you choose the iCloud bypass tool to use, remember to take the factors below into consideration:

* Price.
* Success Rate.
* Security.
* Time-consuming.
* Data loss.

:note[At any time, we do not recommend that you illegally delete someone else's activation lock.]{notetype=Note}

### iRemove Tools 

**Supported Devices:**

from iPhone 5S to iPhone X

from iPad 2 to iPad Pro

**Money-back Guarantee:** **7** Days

iRemove Tools is a powerful and professional iCloud bypass tool. It offers you detailed video tutorials whether you are Mac or Windows user, making it easy to follow and operate. 

What's more, the price varies from iPhone/iPad models, which is reasonable. With its built-in jailbreak tool, it's easy and convenient to complete the iCloud bypass process in one software. What matters most is its cost-effective price.  It is the cheapest one among the 5 iCloud bypass tools. And it offers free iCloud bypass service for some iOS devices, such as iPad 2, iPhone 4, 4s, etc.

![iRemove Tools iCloud Bypass Tool](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/iremove_tools_4115d387c5.png)

**Main Features:**

1. Built-in jailbreak tool.
2. Find My Mac Activation Lock bypass.
3. Unlock iPhone [Carrier SIM Lock].
4. Remove Apple ID [FMI OFF].

**Pros:**

1. Easy-to-use.
2. Reasonable price.

**Cons:**

1. iRemove Tools.pkg can't be opened directly on Mac.

**How to Bypass iCloud Activation Lock with iRemove:**

1. Download and install iRemove Tools.
2. Check unlock eligibility.
3. Order software license.
4. Run unlock process according to the on-screen instructions.


### UnlockGo

**Supported Devices:**

iPhone 5s - iPhone X;

iPad 5th-7th Gen;

iPad Air / Air 2;

iPad Mini 2/3/4;

iPad Pro 9.7-in/10.5-in/12.9-in(1st-3rd Gen);

iPod touch 6, iPod touch 7

**Money-back Guarantee:** **30** Days

UnlockGo is a popular iCloud bypass tool. It offers you free customer support. Removing the iCloud Activation Lock within 3 steps is achievable. With it, you don't need to ask for the previous owner's Apple ID. And after removing the Activation Lock, you will gain access to your device. The device won't be tracked by the previous Apple ID. 

![UnlockGo iCloud Unlock Tool](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/unlockgo_icloud_bypass_tool_76cc51da4c.png)

**Main Features:**

1. Disable Find My iPhone without Apple ID and password.
2. Unlock Apple ID without changing password.
3. Reset the screen time passcode without data loss.

**Pros:**

1. Friendly support.
2. No tedious steps.

**Cons:**

1. Some earlier iOS versions are not supported.

### Wondershare Dr.Fone

**Supported Devices:**

iPhone 5S to iPhone X, iPad 4 to iPad 7, and iPod Touch 7 to iPod Touch 9

**Money-back Guarantee:** **7** Days

Dr. Fone is an all-in-one iCloud Activation Lock Removal Tool. It allows you to bypass iCloud activation and enjoy all iCloud services. Besides iCloud bypass, it offers you features like phone manager, phone backup, and screen mirror. However, the minimum order term is 1 year. It is a little expensive compared with the above 2 iCloud bypass tools. And before using it, it is recommended you figure out if your iOS device is GSM or CDMA since there is a significant difference between them.  

![DrFone iCloud Bypass Tool](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/drfone_icloud_bypass_tool_284fd84608.png)


**Main Features:**

1. Unlock iPhone for use without any carrier restrictions.
2. Data recovery.
3. Unlock Face ID, Touch ID, Apple ID, etc.


**Pros:**

1. No professional skills are required.
2. Simple 3-step process.


**Cons:**

1. The minimum order time is 1 year.
2. It will delete the data on your device.


### iMyFone iBypasser

**Supported Devices:**

iPhone 5S, iPhone 6, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone SE 1

iPad (5, 6, 7); iPad Air (1, 2, 4); iPad Mini (2, 3, 4); iPad Pro 1, 2 (2015-2017)

iPod Touch 6; iPod Touch 7

**Money-back Guarantee:** **30** Days

iMyFone iBypasser is helpful whether you are locked out with Activation Lock for buying a second-hand iPhone or forgetting your Apple ID password. Bypassing Activation Lock without password using it is achievable. It requires no professional skills so it's easy to operate even for a beginner. After removing the Activation Lock, you can use a New Apple ID on your device. But it's worth noting that you may not be able to access the function of phone calls, cellular, and iCloud of your new Apple ID.

![iBypasser iCloud Activation Lock Removal Tool](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/ibypasser_icloud_activation_lock_screen_1209e256ad.png)

**Main Features:**

1. Removing screen lock without activation restrictions.
2. effortlessly turn off the camera shutter sound on iOS devices.

**Pros:**

1. High success rate.
2. Easy to follow.
3. License will be sent within minutes.

**Cons:**

1. It may be a little time-consuming.

### EaseUS MobiUnlock

**Supported Devices:**

iPhone 5s ~ iPhone X running iOS 12.3 ~ 14.8.1

on iPad running iOS 12.3 ~ 12.5.5 or iPadOS 13.0 ~ 14.8.1

on iPod touch 6/7 running iOS 12.3 ~ 14.8.1

**Money-back Guarantee:** **30** Days


EaseUs MobiUnlock is an easy-to-use and effective iCloud unlock software. It focuses on iPhone unlock. Its brief interface and on-screen instructions make it easy to understand and follow. However, it only offers you the Mac version. For Windows users, just try other bypass tools mentioned above. For Mac users, just try it.

![EaseUs MobiUnlock iCloud Unlock Tool](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/easeus_mobiunlock_icloud_unlock_software_588aa12a2b.png)

:::note{notetype=Notes}

 1. It's worth noting that you'd better not factory reset your device after removing the Activation Lock, or you may get your device locked again.
 2. Think twice and learn more about jailbreak notes before you jailbreak your device.

:::


## Extra Tips about Removing Activation Lock

Besides using the above 5 iCloud bypass tools to remove Activation Lock, you can also ask the iPhone's previous owner to [erase this device via icloud.com](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-find-my-iphone-activation-lock-without-previous-owner). 

In some devices, there may be **Unlock with Passcode** options on the Activation Lock screen. So if you got this option, just enter the passcode to remove the Activation Lock quickly.

In addition, in the case that you can find your purchase documentation like the receipt, it is recommended that you :a[start a support request]{href=https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201441 rel=nofollow}.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

In this post, 5 tools that might help you fix Activation Lock issues are introduced in detail. Just pick the one you think is most reliable.

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:summary[Is your iPhone or iPad stuck on the Activation Lock screen? Wondering why and how to remove the lock? You have come to the right place. This post covers all the answers.]

It can be very frustrating to see your iPhone or iPad stuck on the Activation Lock screen because you cannot activate and use your device normally. So what exactly is Activation Lock, and how do you remove it from your device? 

You're in the right place. We're here to guide you. Read on to learn more.

:toc

:alsoread[[4 Ways to Remove a Device from Your Apple ID](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-device-from-apple-id)]

## What Is Activation Lock on iPhone and iPad?

Activation Lock, also known as iCloud Activation Lock and Apple Activation Lock, is a security feature designed to prevent others from using your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch if your device is lost or stolen. It's included in the Find My feature, and it turns on automatically when you set up Find My on your device.

## Will Erasing or Resetting Remove Activation Lock?

The answer depends. If you [turned off Find My](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/turn-off-find-my-iphone-ipad-mac) before erasing or resetting, Activation Lock will be removed. Otherwise, after wiping or resetting, your device will be stuck on the Apple Activation Lock screen and cannot be unlocked until you enter the correct Apple ID and password.

Wondering how to remove Activation Lock on your iPhone or iPad? Keep reading.

## How to Remove Activation Lock on iPhone and iPad with Apple ID Password

It's easy to remove the activation lock on your iPhone or iPad if you know the Apple ID and password. 

### How to Remove Activation Lock on Your Device

If your device is with you and you know the correct Apple ID and password, just follow the onscreen steps to enter the Apple ID and password you used to set up your device or your device passcode.

![Remove Activation Lock on Your Device](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/activation_lock_removal_iphone_4788163924.png)

See what to do if you [forgot your Apple ID password](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/forgot-apple-id-password).

### How to Remove Activation Lock on the Web

If your iPhone is offline, or your iPhone is not in your possession, you will need the web to remove the activation lock.

1. Go to www.iCloud.com/find.
2. Sign in to iCloud with your Apple ID and password.
3. Click **All Devices**, then select the device that you want to remove from your iCloud.
4. Click **Remove from Account**.

![Remove Activation Lock on the Web](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_activation_lock_on_web_619c44ad8c.png?width=500)

## How to Remove Activation Lock without Apple ID Password

The Apple ID password is crucial for removing Activation Lock. But what if you don't have the Apple ID password? Let's say you bought a used iPhone or iPad and couldn't contact the original owner to log out of his Apple ID.

Don't panic. There are iCloud bypass tools available that allow you to remove Activation Lock without the previous owner's assistance. Once bypassed, you can sign in with your own Apple ID and use all Apple services. However, it is worth noting that these tools jailbreak your device, which may cause issues with your iOS/iPadOS or even brick your device. To avoid any risk of data loss, please remember to [back up your device](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/backup-iphone-to-mac) beforehand.

Here are [5 activation lock bypass software](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-icloud-bypass-tools) for your reference. As for which is best, it depends on your needs. Just choose the one that suits your needs, download and install it on your computer, and follow the on-screen instructions carefully to jailbreak your device.


:note[If there is an **Unlock with Passcode** option on the Activation Lock screen, try entering the passcode that was previously set on the device. This might help you bypass Activation Lock.]{notetype=Note}

### Bonus Tip: How to Unlock iPhone/iPad without Passcode

If you set up your iPhone/iPad but forgot the screen passcode because it has not been used for a long time, use [BuhoUnlocker](https://www.drbuho.com/buhounlocker) to remove the screen passcode easily. 

BuhoUnlocker is one of the [best unlocking software for iPhone and iPad](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-iphone-passcode-unlocker). It can help you quickly remove screen passcode, MDM profiles, Screen Time passcode, and even Apple ID. Click the button below to try it out.

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:p[Final Words]{.h2}

Have you successfully removed Activation Lock from your iPhone or iPad? Do you have a better way to bypass the annoying lock? Please let us know if you have any questions or suggestions.

By the way, under no circumstances do we recommend that you illegally delete someone else's Apple ID.

What Is Activation Lock? And How to Remove It from iPhone and iPad

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Is your iPhone or iPad stuck on the Activation Lock screen? Wondering why and how to remove the lock? You have come to the right place. This post covers all the answers.

:summary[**Summary**: This post introduces how to turn on AirDrop on Mac or iPhone/iPad and use AirDrop to send and receive files between Mac and iPhone/iPad.]

Apple includes an AirDrop feature in Apple operating systems to let you fast transfer files between Apple devices wirelessly. Learn more about AirDrop and check how to turn on AirDrop on Mac or iPhone/iPad to wirelessly share files below.

:toc

:alsoread[[10 Tips to Fix AirDrop Not Working on Mac or iPhone/iPad](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-airdrop-not-working-mac-iphone)]

## What Is AirDrop?

:a[AirDrop]{href=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AirDrop rel=nofollow} is a feature included in macOS and iOS that lets users easily share and receive photos, documents, and other files between nearby Apple devices. You can use this feature to wirelessly [transfer files between Mac and iPhone/iPad](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/copy-paste-between-mac-and-iphone), transfer files between two iOS devices, or transfer files between two Mac computers.

## How to Turn on AirDrop on Mac (Ventura)

You can use System Settings, Control Center, or Finder to turn on AirDrop on your Mac Ventura computer.

### 1. Enable AirDrop in System Settings

Step 1. Click the **Apple** menu at the top left of your Mac screen and select **System Settings**.

Step 2. Click **General** in the left sidebar and click **AirDrop & Handoff** in the right window.

Step 3. You can click the option next to **AirDrop** to choose whom you want to share or receive files with AirDrop. You can select Everyone or Contacts Only to turn on the AirDrop feature on your Mac.

![how to turn on AirDrop on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/turn_on_airdrop_mac_e8a0aa1d10.png)

:note[As for how to turn off AirDrop on your Mac, you can select the No One option next to AirDrop.]{notetype=tip}

### 2. Turn on AirDrop on Mac via Control Center

Step 1. Click the **Control Center** icon (the two sliders icon) in the menu bar at the top right corner of your Mac screen. Click **AirDrop**.

![how to turn AirDrop on via Control Center](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/turn_on_airdrop_control_center_1757aa5bf8.png?width=400)

Step 2. Turn on the switch of AirDrop to enable it.

![AirDrop turn on](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/enable_airdrop_mac_546198ad5d.png?width=400)

Step 3. Select Everyone or Contacts Only to define who can discover you with AirDrop.

### 3. How to Turn on AirDrop on Mac with Finder

Step 1. Click the **Finder** icon on the Dock to open the Mac Finder app.

Step 2. Click **AirDrop** in the left panel. You can also click Go in the menu bar and select AirDrop from the drop-down menu to open the AirDrop window.

Step 3. At the bottom of the window, you can click the “Allow me to be discovered by” option and choose either Everyone or Contacts Only to turn on AirDrop. To turn off AirDrop on Mac, you can select the No One option.

![turn on AirDrop on Mac with Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/turn_on_airdrop_finder_cb585441a8.png)

For macOS Monterey and older versions, you can also follow the steps above to use Finder to easily enable or disable AirDrop on your Mac computer.

:note[To find and remove unnecessary files or junk files on your Mac computer, you can use a professional Mac cleaner app. [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) helps you find and delete all junk files, unnecessary large files, and duplicate files on your Mac computer. You can also use this program to uninstall apps, analyze disk space, free up RAM, flush DNS cache, manage startup items, etc. to speed up your Mac.]{notetype=tip}

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## How to Turn on AirDrop on iPhone/iPad

Step 1. Swipe down from the upper-right corner or from the bottom on your iPhone/iPad to open Control Center.

Step 2. Press and hold the section that contains the Airplane Mode, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth buttons. Tap the **AirDrop** option to open the AirDrop settings.

Step 3. Choose **Everyone** if you want to receive files with AirDrop from all nearby Apple devices. Choose **Contacts Only** if you want to only receive files from people in your Contacts list. Choose **Receiving Off** to turn off AirDrop on your iPhone/iPad.

Another way to change AirDrop settings on your iOS devices is to open the Settings app. Tap General and select AirDrop. Choose who can discover and send you files with AirDrop.

## How to Use AirDrop to Transfer Files

Learn how to use AirDrop to send files between your Mac and other Apple devices below.

### AirDrop from iPhone to iPhone or Mac

1. Open the app and locate the file, photo, or video that you want to share on your iPhone/iPad.
2. Tap the Share icon (an up-arrow icon) and tap the AirDrop icon.
3. You will see a list of nearby AirDrop-enabled devices. Select the target device to send the file.
4. Accept the file on the receiving device.

### AirDrop from Mac to iPhone or Another Mac

**Way 1**

1. Follow the steps above to turn on AirDrop on your Mac and iPhone/iPad.
2. Open Finder > AirDrop.
3. Wait a moment for the nearby devices to appear in the AirDrop window.
4. Drag the files into the AirDrop window to share them to the target iPhone or Mac.

**Way 2**

1. Open Finder on your Mac and select the file or files that you want to send.
2. Click the up-arrow Share button in the toolbar of Finder. Or you can right-click your mouse and select Share.
3. Choose AirDrop from the Share menu.
4. Select the target device from the list of nearby devices that have AirDrop turned on.
5. Click Accept on the receiving device to accept the file.

:note[To make AirDrop work, you should make sure both the devices have turned on AirDrop, WiFi and Bluetooth.]{notetype=note}

:p[Bottom Line]{.h2}

This post provides step-by-step guides for how to turn on AirDrop on Mac or iPhone/iPad and teaches you how to use AirDrop to send and receive files between Apple devices. Hope it helps.




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How to Turn On/Off AirDrop on Mac or iPhone for File Transfer

How to turn on/off AirDrop on Mac or iPhone/iPad? Check the step-by-step guide in this post to enable AirDrop for wireless file transfer between Mac and iPhone.

How to Turn On/Off AirDrop on Mac or iPhone to Transfer Files

:summary[**Summary**: This post teaches you how to forget a WiFi network on Mac (incl. Ventura, Monterey, etc.).]

Want to forget a WiFi network on your Mac computer to rejoin it or connect to another network? You can check the step-by-step guide below for how to forget a network on Mac Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, etc.

:toc

:alsoread[[Start Mac in Recovery Mode to Repair/Restore/Reinstall macOS](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/mac-recovery-mode)]

## How to Forget a Network on Mac Ventura

To forget a WiFi network on Mac Ventura, you can follow the 4 steps below.

Step 1. You can click the **Apple** menu at the top left corner and select **System Settings**.

Step 2. Next, click the **Wi-Fi** option in the left panel. Alternatively, you can click the **WiFi** icon in the menu bar at the top right corner of your screen and select **Wi-Fi Settings** to open the WiFi network settings window on Mac Ventura.

Step 3. Click the **Details** button next to the network you are currently connected to.

![how to forget network on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_forget_a_network_on_mac_1cb6e8e816.png)

Step 4. Click the **Forget This Network** button and click **Remove** to confirm to forget this WiFi network on your Mac computer.

**Tips:**

You can also click the three-dot icon next to the target network under **Known Networks**. Select Forget This Network to forget it.

To check and forget a network you’ve joined before, you can scroll down in the WiFi settings window to click the **Advanced** button. Under Known Networks, you can see all the networks known to your Mac. You can click the three-dot icon next to the target network and select **Remove From List** to delete it from your Mac.

## How to Forget a Network on Mac Monterey and Earlier

To forget a WiFi network on Mac Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, etc. you can follow the 4 steps below.

Step 1. Click the **Apple** menu at the top left corner of your Mac and select **System Preferences**.

Step 2. Click **Network** and select **Wi-Fi** in the left panel. Alternatively, you can also click the Wi-Fi icon in the menu bar and select Open Network Preferences to access the WiFi settings screen on Mac Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, etc.

Step 3. Click the **Advanced** button to view all the networks you’ve connected.

Step 4. Select the target network that you want to forget from the list and click the “-” button. Click Remove to delete this network from your Mac computer. Click **OK** and click **Apply** to save the settings.

After completing these steps, your Mac will forget this WiFi network and no longer automatically connect to this network.

**Tips:**

If you want to rejoin this network again, you can click the name of the network when your computer is in range of it. Enter the password to rejoin that WiFi network.

Instead of forgetting a network on your Mac computer, you can also choose to turn off Auto-Join for that network. Your computer will still remember the network and its password, but it will no longer join that network automatically. You can click Details and turn off the “Automatically join this network” option. Alternatively, you can also click the three-dot icon next to the target known network and uncheck the Auto-Join option.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

This post offers a step-by-step guide for how to forget a network on Mac Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, etc. Hope it helps.

If you need a professional Mac cleaner application to smartly clean your Mac to free up disk space and speed up your Mac computer, you can try [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) – a popular Mac cleanup program.



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How to Forget a WiFi Network on Mac (Ventura) – 4 Steps

How to forget a WiFi network on Mac (Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, etc.)? Follow the 4 steps in this post.

:summary[**Summary**: This post will introduce everything you want to know about iOS files on Mac. Learn practical ways to view and delete them below. Extra ways to free up space are also included. Just keep reading.]

iOS files are taking up more and more space on your Mac. But you are confused about what are iOS files and whether there is a way to delete them.

Don‘t worry. In this post, you will get to know what are iOS files on Mac and practical ways to view and delete them. Just keep reading!

:toc{allow='1,2,3'}

## What Are iOS Files on Mac?

Apple Official explains that iOS files contain iOS backups and firmware. That is to say, each time you use Finder/iTunes to back up your iPhone/iPad, the backup files will leave on your Mac as one part of the iOS files. So does the firmware. 

Now that you know what are iOS files on Mac, let's check how much space they take up. Just follow the steps:

**System Settings**＞ **General**＞**Storage**＞**iOS Files**.

Or you can also get to the iOS files by: 

**About This Mac**＞**More Info**＞**Storage Settings**＞**iOS Files**.

Files below **Device Backups** are files generated by your iPhone/iPad backup. Files below **iOS Installers** are the update firmware generated by your iPhone/iPad update.

![View iOS Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/view_ios_files_on_mac_9d94f01c0c.png)

:note[The way to iOS Files may vary from different macOS versions.]{notetype=Note}

## Do You Need to Delete iOS Files?

Is it OK to delete iOS files? In fact, it depends on whether you need the backup files and firmware or not. 

In the case that you back up your iPhone/iPad on your Mac with iTunes/Finder and you restore it later, it's OK to delete them since you already restored your data. 

In the case that you haven't restored the backup to your iPhone/iPad, you'd better keep these iOS files on your Mac. 

It's worth noting that if you back up your iPhone/iPad to your Mac in iTunes/Finder several times, there may be several backup files. 

So if you don't make great changes in your iPhone/iPad, it is recommended that you delete the old backups and firmware and just keep the most recent one. Each backup has a **Last Accessed** date so that you can know which is old and determine which you want to delete.

## How to Delete iOS Files on Mac

In addition, iOS files may take up a lot of space. And every time you back up or update, it accumulates. With time, you may receive **Your startup disk is almost full** pop-up message. So it's necessary to delete them.

And here is how to delete iOS files on Mac:

1. Click the **Apple Menu**＞**System Settings**＞ **General**.
2. Click **Storage**＞**Info** button next to **iOS Files**.
3. Select the backup or update files you want to delete＞**Delete**.
4. Click **Delete** button in the pop-up to confirm.

![Delete iOS Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_ios_files_on_mac_59bbb81d67.png)

However, if you want to move iOS files to an external hard drive, etc rather than delete them, just find them in **Finder** and copy or cut them to the external hard drive. 

And here is how to find iOS files in **Finder**:

1. Open **Finder**＞**Go Menu**＞**Go to Folder**.
2. Enter `~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup`.
   ![View iOS Files in Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/view_ios_files_in_finder_1396238dfa.png)
3. Drag the Backup files to your external hard drive.
   ![Move iOS Files](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/move_ios_files_a76e0d721d.png)
4. Once you copy the backup to your external hard drive, you can delete the backup files on your Mac.

Also, you can access iOS files via **Spotlight**. Just enter `~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup` into **Spotlight**, and double-click the **Backup** below **Folders**.

In addition, moving iOS files to iCloud is also achievable. Just perform the above actions to find iOS files in Finder and then click the update icon＞**Collaborate**＞ **Open iCloud Drive**＞move Backup to iCloud.


## Extra Ways to Free Up Space on Mac

Besides deleting iOS files, there are many other ways to free up space on Mac. The color bar in Storage shows that there are many other categories that take up space on your Mac. 

So you can deal with them one by one to free up space, such as deleting apps, documents, etc. Both manual and automatic deleting are achievable.


### 1. Do What Recommendations List 

When you check the storage on your Mac, you may notice that there is a recommendations list below the color bar.

And the recommendations list may cover several options - store in iCloud, empty bin automatically, etc, which are effective to optimize your storage space. Following it may be of great help to save Mac space.

### 2. Free Up Space Using BuhoCleaner

Since Mac cleaning is time-consuming and effort-costing. You may want to find a time-saving and effort-saving way to free up space. Here we recommend you a powerful and professional Mac cleaner - [Buhocleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner). 

It is designed to help Mac users better clean, manage, and monitor their Mac. With it, you can delete large files, duplicate files, junk files, and uninstall several unused apps at once, etc. 

Using it to do a thorough cleaning for your Mac, which can free up a lot of space on your Mac and make your Mac run like a new one!

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![Quickly Free up Space on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_free_up_space_on_mac_b2fb41bb61.png)

:p[Final Words]{.h2}

In this post, the overall guide to viewing, moving, and deleting iOS files on Mac is introduced in detail. Hoping it covers everything you want to know and solves your problems. In addition, you can also back up the iOS files to iCloud so that you can save more space on your Mac.

:p[FAQs]{.h2}

1. **Can I Delete iOS Files on Mac?**

    The answer depends on your actual situation. Since you already know that iOS files on Mac contain backup files and update files. If you no longer need these backups and updates, you can delete them. 
    
    While if you never restore the backup to your iPhone/iPad, and it contains important data, it is recommended that you restore the backup to your iPhone/iPad or move the backups to an external hard drive, etc before you delete them.

2.  **Can I Access iOS Files on Mac?**

    The answer is yes. In the case that you just want to view the space they take and delete them, go to **System Settings**＞**General**＞**Storage**＞**iOS Files**. In the case that you want to move or delete them, go to **Finder**＞**Go Menu** ＞ **Go to Folder**＞`~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup`.

3. **Why Are iOS Files So Big?**

    For many users, the iOS files occupy the main distribution on the colorful storage bar. Each time you use iTunes/Finder to back up or update your iPhone/iPad, these backup/update files will leave on your Mac. As we all know, the whole iPhone/iPad backup is so big, and that is why your iOS files are so big. 

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What Are iOS Files on Mac? How to View and Delete Them

In this post, you will get to know what are iOS files on Mac and practical ways to view and delete them. Just keep reading!

:summary[Wondering if it's possible to install macOS Ventura on an older, unsupported Mac? You have come to the right place. In this article, we'll introduce you to a great tool and show you how to use it to install macOS Ventura on an unsupported Mac.]

On June 6, 2022, Apple unveiled macOS Ventura at WWDC. As expected, the new macOS brings a lot of new features and is more stable and efficient. If you're eager to upgrade to the new macOS but your Mac isn't supported, you might be wondering if you can install macOS Ventura on your unsupported Mac.

The answer is yes. OpenCore Legacy Patcher makes it possible. Read on to learn how to use this tool to install macOS Ventura on an unsupported Mac.

:toc

:alsoread[[3 Ways to Downgrade macOS Ventura to Monterey, Catalina, or Earlier](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/downgrade-macos)]

## Which Macs Can Run macOS Ventura?

macOS Ventura is only compatible with certain Mac models. Here are the Macs it supports:

* MacBook 2017 and later
* MacBook Air 2018 and later
* MacBook Pro 2017 and later
* Mac Mini 2018 and later
* iMac 2017 and later
* iMac Pro 2017
* Mac Pro 2019 and later

Check out :a[this list]{href=https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213264 rel=nofollow} for specific models. If, unfortunately, your Mac is not on the list of supported models but you still wish to install macOS Ventura on it, you will need to use the OpenCore Legacy Patcher.

Read on to learn more.

## What Is OpenCore Legacy Patcher?

 OpenCore Legacy Patcher, short for OCLP, is a sophisticated bootloader for injecting and patching data in memory rather than on disk. It allows you to install the macOS you want, including macOS Ventura and Monterey, on older, unsupported Macs.

 
 ### Supported Mac and macOS Versions
 
Basically, any hardware that supports SSE4.1 CPU and 64-bit firmware will work with this patcher. To check if your hardware is compatible, run the command below in Terminal.
 
` system_profiler SPHardwareDataType | grep 'Model Identifier'`

Alternatively, you can refer to :a[this article]{href=https://dortania.github.io/OpenCore-Legacy-Patcher/MODELS.html rel=nofollow} for all supported Mac models.

For the supported macOS versions, see the image below.

![OpenCore Supported macOSes](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/opencore_supported_macos_9edc74ccb9.png)

## How to Install macOS Ventura on an Unsupported Mac Using OCLP

Now that you've confirmed that your Mac is supported, let's see how to install macOS Ventura on your Mac using OCLP.

### Step #1. Back Up Your Mac

This step is very important because unexpected errors may occur during the upgrade process. So be sure to [back up your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/back-up-mac) with Time Machine or iCloud.

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If you are backing up your Mac for the first time, we recommend that you use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) to clean your Mac thoroughly first to reduce the number of backup files and backup time. BuhoCleaner is one of the best Mac cleaners that can clean up your Mac in just a few clicks. [Download](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) and clean up your Mac now.

 ![Quickly Free up Space on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_free_up_space_on_mac_b2fb41bb61.png)

### Step #2.  Prepare a USB Drive

Before downloading the macOS installer, you need to prepare a USB drive. To ensure that the subsequent installer creation and installation process goes smoothly, make sure the following:

* USB drive capacity: at least 16GB.
* Back up the file in the USB drive. (Your drive will be [formatted](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/format-external-hard-drive-mac) in a later step.)

### Step #3. Download the OpenCore-Patcher App

Now, let's download the OpenCore-Patcher app. Make sure to download the latest version.

1. Go to :a[Github]{href=https://github.com/dortania/OpenCore-Legacy-Patcher/releases rel=nofollow}.
2. Download the **OpenCore-Patcher-GUI.app.zip** file. 
3. Unzip OpenCore-Patcher-GUI.app.zip, find **OpenCore-Patcher**, and open it.

### Step #4. Create the macOS Ventura Installer

Follow the steps below to create your macOS Ventura installer.

1. Click **Create macOS Installer**.
2. Click **Download macOS Installer**, wait for a few seconds, and select the installer you want. (Click **Show all available installers** to see all supported macOS versions.)
   ![Download macOS Installer with OpenCore](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/download_macos_installer_opencore_2a0c5b3ccb.png?width=400)
3. Wait for the download process to complete. The installer is about 12 GB, so this process may take some time.
4. Enter your username and password to install macOS Ventura.
5. When finished, click **Flash Installer**.
6. Select the macOS Ventura installer you downloaded.
7. Select your USB drive. （Make sure you have the USB drive plugged into your Mac.)
8. The patcher will start the installer flashing.
9. Wait for the success prompt to appear.

### Step #5. Build and Install OpenCore

Now it's time to build the OpenCore configuration on your drive.

1. Click **Build and Install OpenCore**.
2. After the build is complete, click **Install OpenCore**.
3. Select the USB drive you inserted, then select the partition where you want to install OpenCore.
   ![Install OpenCore](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/install_opencore_1a896dae64.png?width=400)
4. Wait for the installation process to complete.

### Step #6. Boot OpenCore and Install macOS

After installing OpenCore, you can boot it according to the prompt.

1. Hold down the **Option** key while restarting your Mac.
2. When you see the following screen, click the EFI Boot entry with the OpenCore icon.
   ![Boot with OpenCore](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/boot_opencore_3056e32e0a.png?width=500)
3. Select **Install macOS Ventura** and your Mac will reboot from your USB drive.
4. When you see the macOS Utilities window, click **Install macOS Ventura**.
   
   ![Reinstall macOS Ventura](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/macos_ventura_recovery_mode_options_list_f1e4778f2a.png?width=500)

5. Click **Continue**, select the disk on which to install macOS Ventura, and click Continue.
6. When the installation is complete, your Mac will restart.

### Step #7. Boot without USB Drive

If you want to boot your Mac without using the USB drive, here's what you need to do:

1. Download and launch OpenCore Patcher on your Mac.
2. Click Settings, uncheck **Verbose** and **Show Boot Picker**, and click **Return to Main Menu**.
   ![OpenCore Settings](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/opencore_settings_4f02051c01.png?width=400)
3. Click **Build and Install OpenCore** and select your internal drive.
4. Hold down the **Option** key to restart your Mac, then select the internal EFI.

The next time you start up your Mac, the USB drive is no longer needed.

### Step #8. Apply Post-Install Root Patches (Optional)

If your Mac isn't working properly, it means you need to apply a post-install root patch. Here's how:

1. Open the OpenCore-Patch app.
2. Click **Post Install Root Patch**.
3. If a system patch is available, click **Start Root Patching**.
   ![Apply Post-Install Root Patches](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/apply_root_patcher_opencore_e0ebe396b7.png?width=400)
4. When finished, reboot as root and enter your username and password.
5. When your Mac restarts, you can use and update your Mac freely.


:p[The Bottom Line]{.h2}


After following the steps mentioned above, we hope that you have successfully installed macOS Ventura on your Mac. It's worth noting that upgrading to a new macOS version can potentially cause data loss. Therefore, we strongly advise that you backup your Mac before proceeding with the upgrade.

:p[FAQs]{.h3}


1. **Can I Update My Mac After Installing macOS Ventura?**

    Yes, you can update and upgrade your macOS as usual, provided that the OpenCore Legacy Patcher supports the new macOS.

2. **What To Do if My Mac Isn't Working Properly?**

    If your Mac is running slowly, or the [spinning wheel keeps appearing](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/stop-spinning-wheel-mac), first check if your Mac is being heavily used. If not, check OpenCore Legacy Patcher for system patches. To do so, open OpenCore Legacy Patcher, click Post Install Root Patch > Start Root Patching, and follow the instructions to install the patch and restart your Mac. After restarting, if prompted by OpenCore Legacy Patcher, follow the prompts to repair your Mac. Once completed, your Mac should return to normal.

3. **How Can I Avoid Problems with My Mac?**

    If you want to avoid problems with your Mac, we recommend that you go to System Settings > General > Software Update and disable the Automatic Updates option.

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